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The Art of Shaping,
True to the Values of Surfing

Far from mass production, where boards move endlessly down the line, the artisanal shaper embodies the soul of surfing: passion, craftsmanship, and authenticity. In the workshop, every handcrafted surfboard is born from an exchange, an idea, a shared vision between the surfer and the artisan.

In the peaceful South of the Landes, in Saubion, Kevin Escoda—founder of Escoda SurfBoards—handcrafts his creations. Just ten minutes from Hossegor, Seignosse, and Capbreton, this Landes shaper continues an art where every detail matters, blending technique with emotion.

The Art of Shaping, True to the Values of Surfing

The Steps of Crafting an Artisanal Surfboard

1. Understanding the surfer and their project

Before picking up any tools, everything begins with a conversation. Kevin listens to the surfer—their wishes, their style, the waves they ride, and the feeling they’re seeking. This dialogue gives birth to the board’s “program,” a true extension of the surfer.

2. Creating a unique board that reflects its rider

Then comes personalization: spray, tinted resin, patterns, drawings… everything is possible! The client imagines, Kevin brings it to life.
The result? A unique, 100% custom-made board.

3. Hand-shaping

From a raw foam blank, Kevin traces, cuts, and sculpts each curve by hand. This precise and patient work requires real expertise — it’s where performance meets the beauty of the craft.

4. Glassing, or the birth of the board

During lamination, the board truly comes to life. The resin is applied quickly but with care, preserving lightness while ensuring the strength of the glass. The artisanal shaper becomes both chemist and artist.

5. Sanding, the final touch

Sanding — also called the “second shape” — highlights all previous work. It’s a stage of pure precision: sanding just enough for the board to glide perfectly, without losing strength. When the dust settles, the masterpiece is ready.

The Art of Shaping, True to the Values of Surfing

Artisanal Surfing: A Return to the Essentials

Choosing a shaper in Hossegor or the South of the Landes means supporting local craftsmanship and strong values: durability, authenticity, and respect for the ocean.
Every handcrafted surfboard that leaves the Escoda SurfBoards workshop tells a story — that of an artisan, a surfer, and a shared passion: the glide.

Escoda SurfBoards: Landes Craftsmanship

Want to learn more about Escoda SurfBoards?

You can visit Kevin Escoda’s workshop at:
Zone du Plach, 2 bis rue des Artisans, 40230 SAUBION

📞 +33 6 76 91 44 35

📧 contact@escodasurfboards.fr

👉 www.escodasurfboards.fr

Just 10 minutes from Hossegor, Seignosse, and Capbreton.

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